2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sephia II | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
